Nanaimo
Nanaimo is a city in British Columbia, Canada, with a stunning coastline and a mild four-season climate. It is an important freight and passenger transport hub on Vancouver Island and attracts many tourists. Nanaimo also has Vancouver Island University, which continues to inject vitality into this small city.
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Data source: Meteostat・Last updated: 2025-09
Weather in Nanaimo throughout the year
Spring (March–May): Average 5–12°C, mild but still humid with occasional showers. March and April still have more rainfall, gradually clearing up in May. Popular activities: Outdoor walks, flower viewing, exploring nearby nature parks. Suggested clothing: Lightweight waterproof jacket, comfortable long pants, warm base layers.
Summer (June–August): Average 15–20°C, warm and comfortable with less rainfall and abundant sunshine. July and August are the warmest months, ideal for outdoor activities. Popular activities: Beach activities, boating, hiking, camping. Suggested clothing: Short-sleeved T-shirts, shorts, lightweight sun protection clothing, sandals.
Autumn (September–November): Average 10–16°C, cool and pleasant with increasing rainfall and more variable weather. October and November have more rainfall, so keep warm. Popular activities: Leaf peeping, trying local cuisine, visiting museums. Suggested clothing: Lightweight jacket, long-sleeved shirts, comfortable trousers.
Winter (December–February): Average 3–5°C, cold and humid with more rainfall and frequent overcast days. January is the rainiest month. Popular activities: Indoor activities, visiting art galleries, enjoying hot drinks. Suggested clothing: Warm jacket, waterproof jacket, scarf, hat, gloves.
Weather in Nanaimo
Annual average temperature: approx. 9.8°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1120 mm / Summer humidity: 65%–75% / Rainiest month: January
Nanaimo weather by month
| Month | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 3.2°C | 3.3°C | 5°C | 6.6°C | 11.7°C | 14.7°C | 19°C | 19.3°C | 15°C | 10.7°C | 4.8°C | 4.7°C |
| Rainfall (mm) | 210.8 | 71.2 | 90.4 | 91.5 | 53.3 | 52.7 | 23.4 | 17.3 | 38.3 | 121.5 | 141 | 208.8 |
7-day weather forecast for Nanaimo
| Date | 11/14Saturday | 11/15Sunday | 11/16Monday | 11/17Tuesday | 11/18Wednesday | 11/19Thursday | 11/20Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather |  Light drizzle |  Light rain |  Patchy rain nearby |  Mist |  Partly Cloudy |  Sunny | Sunny |
| High | 10.3°C | 9.6°C | 8.5°C | 6.5°C | 8.6°C | 9.4°C | 7.7°C |
| Low | 8°C | 6.1°C | 5.8°C | 4.1°C | 3.7°C | 2.7°C | 3.8°C |
